Tire Repair
​The most common problem on the trail is a flat tire. Being able to fix a puncture is the difference between riding or walking home.

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Pro Bike Tool Plug Kit

Must-have for tubeless riders. Comes with 10 plugs: 5 large and 5 small. 

Aluminum canister has enough room for an extra tubeless valve or a few feet of tightly coiled tape. I keep some Gorilla tape in case I get a puncher too large to plug and need to brace in the inside the tire when adding a tube. Gorilla tape can also be used as rim tape in a pinch. 

Pro Bike Tool Mini Pump

I picked this pump because it has a strain relief hose included inside the pump - especially important if you're riding tubeless and want to avoid putting lateral pressure on the valve. I keep the pump in my pack, so I can't speak to the frame mount, but it seems solid. Fits both Presta and Schrader - no extra adapter needed. 

Pro Bike Tool also makes a version with a built-in pressure gauge. I didn't get this one because the gauge starts at 20 psi and goes to 120 psi in 10 psi increments. I run my tires between 20-30 psi, depending how on how soft/wet the ground is, making the gauge rather useless. With some practice, you'll be able to closely estimate tire pressure by feel (or at least know if you should add/remove air).​

Smallest: Park Tool Pre-Glued Patch Kit

About the size of a quarter; each pack contains six patches and a small piece of sandpaper to scuff the tube which helps adhesion. Even if you're riding tubeless, you're probably carrying an extra tube; making this the backup to your backup. Throw it in your bag and forget about it.

Budget: Slime Patch Kit

I leave these at home, as I already have the Park Tool patches in my bag. They are better when you have more time to make sure the patch sets correctly. Can't beat the price. 

Bonus: Can also be used for inflatable pool toys, air mattresses, etc. 

Most Dependable: Spare Tube

The most bulky but also most dependable option. If I'm going to be more than an hour walk from my car/home, I'm brining an extra tube. 

If you converted to tubeless, the tubes you removed can be reused as spares - no need to buy more. If you are buying extra tubes, make sure you get the correct valve type and size for your rim. Name-brand tubes only cost a little more, and I think are worth it.

Bonus: Some come with tire levers and/or patches.